Leah Bell, Georgia Tech

What Leah likes best about collegiate rivalry

I like that collegiate rivalry spurs interest and involvement in campus activities. I know that my family is a house divided, so game day rivalries can get intense, but the friendly competition keeps things exciting and fun!

Leah's most memorable moment as a spirit squad member

Getting to dance in the halftime performance of the Atlanta Falcons Football game in the Georgia Dome!

Meagan Michael, Ole Miss

What Meagan likes best about collegiate rivalry

I love having a game or two to look forward to every year. Being aware of the outcome of the past couple of years always adds to the excitement and apprehension leading up to the game. There is always a team looking for revenge and a team looking for the continuance of victory!

Meagan's most memorable moment as a spirit squad member

Definitely our unexpected win against Florida in 2008 in the “Swamp! It was absolute joy experienced for that moment in time and I can’t even describe how it felt!

Meagan's campus involvement

National Society of Collegiate Scholars, former member of Delta Gamma and, of course, cheerleading practices and appearances.

Abby Donner, Minnesota

What Abby likes best about collegiate rivalry

Seeing how much love and pride generations of people have for their own universities. I believe it brings a level of energy to an event, making it an incredible and exciting atmosphere to be a part of!

Abby's most memorable moment as a spirit squad member

Walking onto the football field at the TCF Bank Stadium for the first time. At that moment I realized what an amazing opportunity it is to be a part of this spirit squad and what it truly means to have Minnesota pride!

Leah Show, West Virginia

What Leah likes best about collegiate rivalry

I like the atmosphere that surrounds rivalry games. It is something that always sticks with you even after you've graduated. It is amazing to see and feel the energy that surrounds a collegiate rivalry!

Leah's most memorable moment as a spirit squad member

Dancing at Mountaineer Madness 2010, and watching the Big East Championship and Final Four Banners being raised for our Men's Basketball Team!

Lauren Nicosia, Vanderbilt

What Lauren likes best about collegiate rivalry

The best aspect of collegiate rivalry is the undoubted, passionate nature of collegiate athletes who strive to reach excellence in their sport without monetary motivation. Entire schools are unified through these athletic teams and students are allowed to experience the triumphs and sorrows along with their fellow student athletes. This is what makes collegiate rivalry an outstanding, unparalleled aspect of college life.

Lauren's most memorable moment as a spirit squad member

Being featured on ESPN Gameday during the 2008-2009 Vanderbilt football game vs. Auburn. It was an amazing opportunity that I will remember for the rest of my life.

Sydney Polke, Miami

2010 Winner!

What Sydney likes best about collegiate rivalry

The excitement and energy that the fans bring take the game to a whole new level!

Sydney's most memorable moment as a spirit squad member

The first football game of last season, it was the first game I ever cheered. Standing on the field waiting for the players to come out while fans everywhere were going wild! There is nothing that can compare to the excitement and sense of pride that you feel while representing your school!

Sydney's campus involvement

Participation in numerous events that extend throughout the Miami community.